Rabies (A82) ICD-10-CM
The A82 code range covers rabies with 4 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 3 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the A82 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the A82 range.
Rabies
Acute VIRAL CNS INFECTION affecting mammals, including humans. It is caused by RABIES VIRUS and usually spread by contamination with virus-laden saliva of bites inflicted by rabid animals. Important animal vectors include the dog, cat, bat, fox, raccoon, skunk, and wolf.
About the A82 Code Range
Rabies is an acute viral infection of the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. It affects mammals, including people, and usually spreads through saliva in bites from infected animals.
A82 sits among viral and prion infections of the central nervous system. Its subdivisions distinguish A82.0 sylvatic rabies, A82.1 urban rabies, and A82.9 rabies without a specified form.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the A82 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the A82 range classify?
The range classifies rabies. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
